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More Home Run Derby? MLB Team is expanding with the All-Star concept
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MLB Team Elevates the All-Star Experience with Expanded Home Run Derby Action

August 6, 2025 3 Min Read
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The Home Run Derby might extend beyond just the All-Star weekend events. Recently, the Milwaukee Brewers held an alumni home run derby featuring former players like Prince Fielder and Ryan Braun following a game against the Miami Marlins, which drew a crowd of 41,944 fans and sold out the stadium. This creative promotion has caught the attention of other teams. Derrick Hall, president and CEO of the Arizona Diamondbacks, praised the idea, hinting that similar events might be organized by other clubs. Brewers manager Pat Murphy envisioned expanding the concept further, imagining derby matchups between legendary players from different teams, such as the Brewers and Cubs.

The Brewers’ derby took place shortly after Seattle’s Cal Lowry won the MLB Home Run Derby, and Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber secured a 4-3 victory for the National League in the All-Star Game’s swing-off. Rick Schlesinger, Brewers’ Business Operations President, revealed that several MLB teams requested more details after the successful alumni derby. This event was a part of the 25th Annual celebration of the American Family Sector, with Brewers player Keon Broxton endorsing it enthusiastically. While Milwaukee wasn’t the first to host such an event—Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves have held similar alumni and softball derbies—the format offers a fresh way to honor former stars beyond traditional “old timers” games.

The New York Yankees and Mets continue to keep old-timers games in the mix, but the Brewers’ alumni derby garnered significant national attention, with packed stands highlighted on broadcasts. The enthusiasm around the event suggested that many former players are eager to participate in such celebrations again. Marlins manager Clayton McCullough expressed support for initiatives that honor baseball’s history and those who influenced the league. Organizers must balance selecting participants who are retired but still capable of competing, as the Brewers adjusted the game rules to make hitting home runs easier.

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Former player McGehee sees even greater potential for the home run derby concept in the future, noting that players would prepare more thoroughly once they understand the format. Overall, the alumni home run derby presents exciting new opportunities for celebrating the sport’s past stars and engaging fans in innovative ways.

Fan Take: This development is a thrilling way for baseball fans to reconnect with their favorite former players while adding new excitement to regular games. Expanding the Home Run Derby beyond the All-Star weekend could revitalize fan interest and bring fresh energy to the sport’s traditions.

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